Is Meghan Markle About to Make a Surprise Appearance?

The last time the world saw Meghan Markle was on May 8, when she, Prince Harry, and baby Archie made their first public appearance as a family. Since then, the duchess has been on maternity leave. (Although Prince Harry is still advancing her causes: At a recent Buckingham Palace garden party, “[t]he duke also greeted several representatives of the duchess’ patronages on her behalf, as she is on maternity leave and was unable to attend,” a royal Instagram caption explained.)

However, it seems that she may step out for an important family occasion.

Some reports say the duchess may attend Trooping the Colour—the annual event marking the queen’s official birthday—on June 8. Some 1,400 officers, 400 musicians, and 200 horses parade through the streets of London to Buckingham Palace. From there, the royal family gathers on the balcony to watch British fighter jets fly over the crowd.

Last year, the Duchess of Cambridge attended while on maternity leave with Prince Louis. So it’s thought that perhaps Markle may opt to do the same.

Speaking of the littlest Cambridge, this may be his first balcony debut. Last year Louis was too young to attend—but now that he is 14 months old and walking, an appearance could be in the cards. His brother, Prince George, appeared for the first time at around two, whereas Princess Charlotte was just over a year old.

Judging by the photos, the royal kids always have quite a bit of fun at the event. Last year, Prince George and his cousin Savannah Phillips got up to some adorable antics—which ended with Phillips playfully covering George’s mouth. After all, with four generations of the royal family all standing in one place, there’s bound to be some bonding moments.